{"podcast":{"title":"DubLife Diaries The VW Lifestyle Podcast","slug":"dublife-diaries-the-vw-lifestyle-podcast-7190944","podcast_index_feed_id":7190944,"rss_url":"https://feeds.redcircle.com/ca6c52db-edf9-430a-bee7-67ab4d95d0ae","website_url":"https://redcircle.com/shows/dublife-diaries-the-vw-lifestyle-podcast","image_url":"https://media.redcircle.com/images/2026/3/30/17/a1d92dc3-39ef-43c6-8144-fcc9d879b69a_DubLifeCoverNew.jpg","author":"Joe Person","episode_count":69,"summary":"Welcome to DubLife Diaries – the ultimate podcast for Volkswagen enthusiasts and anyone who loves a good story! Dive into the world of classic VW culture as we celebrate the passion, creativity, and community that make these iconic cars so special. From vintage Beetles and Buses to Karmann Ghias and Things, we spotlight the unique stories of individuals and families who use these vehicles to drive their dreams. Each episode features inspiring interviews with VW lovers, business owners, and hobbyists who’ve turned their passion for Volkswagens into a way of life. Hear about their journeys, challenges, and successes—and of course, the role these timeless cars play in it all. Whether you’re a lifelong “dubber,” just discovering the VW world, or simply love hearing amazing stories, DubLife Diaries is for you! New episodes drop regularly. Hit that subscribe button and join us as we ride through the heart of the Volkswagen community. Let’s roll! 🎙️ Host: Joe Person - A lifelong VW enthusiast with a love for connecting with incredible people 🚗 Topics: Classic Volkswagen culture, stories, and community 📅 Follow for updates","last_synced_at":"2026-06-14T16:17:21.453720+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/dublife-diaries-the-vw-lifestyle-podcast-7190944"},"episode":{"title":"Raby Aircooled Technology - The One - The Only - Jake Raby Part 1- Ep42","slug":"raby-aircooled-technology-the-one-the-only-jake-raby-part-1-ep42","published_at":"2025-11-30T16:34:28+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/dublife-diaries-the-vw-lifestyle-podcast-7190944/raby-aircooled-technology-the-one-the-only-jake-raby-part-1-ep42","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/dublife-diaries-the-vw-lifestyle-podcast-7190944","url":"https://dublifediaries.podbean.com/e/jake-raby-%e2%80%94-the-marine-who-saved-porsche-engines/","audio_url":"https://audio4.redcircle.com/episodes/870dc262-93a0-436c-aaac-5f07bd12857e/stream.mp3","summary":"DubLife Diaries sits down with Jake Raby — a Marine, self-taught machinist and inventor — to trace his journey from small-town Georgia to inventing the IMS fix that rescued a generation of Porsche engines. Jake explains his hand-built approach to engines, the Type 4 obsession, patented solutions, and why he works without clocks or calendars to guarantee quality. The episode also covers Jake’s work teaching kids in a technical learning center, the challenges of preserving craftsmanship in a changing industry, and stories that show obsession, discipline and American ingenuity at work. Stay Tuned for Part 2 in the coming weeks. Get in touch with Jake Raby : https://aircooledtechnology.com/ Sponsors and Shout Outs : • VolksMania Magazine → www.volksmania.com • Use code dublife10 for 10% off. • Salty Dub — From the beach to the bay, tearing up the scene with VW swag + epic events → www.saltydub.com • Use code dublife10 (merch only) for 10% off. 🎧 Love this episode? Please follow/subscribe, rate 5⭐️, and share with your VW crew—it helps us keep the stories rolling. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/dublife-diaries-the-vw-lifestyle-podcast/donations","meta_description":"DubLife Diaries sits down with Jake Raby — a Marine, self-taught machinist and inventor — to trace his journey from small-town Georgia to inventing the IM…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":4506,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/dublife-diaries-the-vw-lifestyle-podcast-7190944/episodes/raby-aircooled-technology-the-one-the-only-jake-raby-part-1-ep42/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/dublife-diaries-the-vw-lifestyle-podcast-7190944/raby-aircooled-technology-the-one-the-only-jake-raby-part-1-ep42.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}